About us

No one wants to be arrested by the police and charged with breaking the law. If you are accused of a crime, and particularly if you’ve been wrongly accused, or if you believe that what you did was legally justifiable, the idea of being sent to jail or prison is almost intolerable.

If you’re accused of breaking the law in or near Fairfax, don’t plead guilty, and do not try to be your own lawyer, either. That puts your family, freedom, and future at even more risk. A guilty plea establishes a criminal record and everything that goes along with a criminal record.

Additionally, acting as your own lawyer simply is not practical. The law is exceedingly complicated, and if you make a mistake or say something that can be twisted and used against you, jail or prison could be the result. If you’re accused of a crime, you’ll need a criminal defense lawyer’s help.

Our Attorneys

Scott C. Nolan

Attorney

you have the right to good legal help

Every person who’s charged with a crime – whether that person is innocent or guilty – has the right to be represented by a criminal defense lawyer who will offer trustworthy advice and an aggressive defense representation. You cannot risk selecting the wrong defense lawyer.

For twenty years, Fairfax criminal defense attorney Scott C. Nolan has diligently and conscientiously represented clients accused of traffic infractions, crimes of violence, and “everything in-between.”

put experience to work for you

Experience has taught him how to pick jurors, how to negotiate effectively with prosecutors, and how to offer the strongest possible arguments in a client’s defense. Scott C. Nolan has built a reputation for superior client service and for legal excellence. He handles cases that include:

Drug offenses:Virginia’s various drug laws are complex and confusing, and a number of programs are available for first offenders convicted of possession. However, a conviction for the sale or manufacture of illegal drugs is likely to be penalized with a jail or prison term.
Crimes of violence: Virginia aggressively enforces the laws against assault and battery as well as the domestic violence laws. Alleged violations may be charged as misdemeanors or as felonies – it depends on the nature of the allegation.
Burglary: Burglary is a felony in Virginia. A conviction can send the offender to prison and creates a criminal record. Entering any building or vehicle with the intention of committing any crime once inside constitutes burglary in this state.
Cybercrimes and white-collar crimes: Cybercrimes and white-collar crimes can target thousands of working people and families as victims. The worst cybercrimes target children. These are serious crimes, and convictions often mean long prison terms.
DUI, reckless driving, and hit-and-runs: If you’re charged with DUI, reckless driving, or a hit-and-run, Scott C. Nolan will review the details and seek to have the charge reduced or dismissed. He may dispute DUI test results or the testimony of police officers.

Fairfax criminal defense attorney Scott C. Nolan has received extensive training in DUI/DWI breath and blood testing, forensic toxicology, and the administration of Standardized Field Sobriety Tests.

how will scott c. nolan handle your defense?

For two decades, Scott C. Nolan has steadfastly sought justice for his clients. He’s received referrals and top reviews from those he’s helped. He is committed to winning justice for those charged with crimes in Fairfax and throughout Northern Virginia.

If you’re charged with a crime, attorney Scott C. Nolan will examine the state’s case against you and determine the right strategy for your defense. If the charge against you cannot be reduced, dropped, or dismissed, you may exercise your right to have your case heard by a jury.

If you’re innocent, Scott C. Nolan will fight aggressively for your freedom and your good name. But if the evidence against you is overwhelming and a conviction is certain, he may recommend – and negotiate for – a plea agreement that provides for reduced or alternative sentencing.

He’s a member of the National College for DUI Defense, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and he’s earned a 10.0 “Top Attorney” rating from AVVO, a leading attorney rating service.

don’t panic – the help you need is easy to reach

If you’ve been arrested, don’t panic. It doesn’t matter how simple or how complicated your case is. Whether you’re charged with a violent felony or a minor traffic infraction, Scott C. Nolan will answer all of your legal questions and bring your case to a fair and just conclusion.

Every client is treated with dignity and respect and is offered every professional consideration. To arrange a meeting, or if you simply need to learn more, call his law offices or contact attorney Scott C. Nolan online, and put his two decades of criminal defense experience to work for you.

What Our Clients Say About Their Experience With Us

Trusted

reviews

From the beginning, Mr. Nolan took time to listen and provide expert legal advice. He and his office have a fast response time. In the courtroom, Mr. Nolan explained everything to me in a calm and detailed way, putting me at ease. The outcome of my case was better than I had hoped for thanks to Mr. Nolan. I highly recommend him!

Tim F.

I hired Mr. Nolan to represent me for a charge that had me very worried. I had a long, detailed and productive conversation with Mr. Nolan where he addressed my concerns as well as provided me with advice on how the case would progress in all scenarios and how to move on afterward. That first conversation as well as each one after that made me confident that everything would be resolved and it did. I am very happy with the results in addition to how hard Mr. Nolan worked to take care of this situation. I highly recommend his services to anyone who reads this and everyone I know.

Jason Z.

Mr. Noland was absolutely great during this entire process. He was very present and communicative leading up to my court date. He explained everything very well and answered the MANY questions I did have and got me a really good deal as well. I would definitely recommend Scott Noland to anyone in the area that may need a lawyer.

Brie D.

Great communication and result I was wrongfully accused of assault and battery and he cleared my name

Ed F.

Mr. Nolan was very considerate. He thoroughly explained the process and options Prior to showing up for court. He Heard my concerns and fought for me respectfully. I am very pleased with the outcome of my case and would highly recommend Mr. Nolan for his experience , expertise, and knowledge of the laws.

Derick P.

Scott is a great attorney. I recommend him fully. I had a difficult case. Scott worked very hard for me to get the best outcome. He explained things very well. He went above and beyond in my opinion to help me in a very difficult situation.

Aaron P.

Highly recommended. Above and beyond service, well prepared, transparent, manages expectation very well and very easy to work with. 👏

Cris C.

I was charged with four felonies. I knew I needed a good lawyer that would represent me. I checked with 3 different attorneys and my gut feeling told me to go with Scott Nolan. Mr. Nolan showed up to all my court dates with confidence. He is very down to earth. He listened to me and answered all my question without being judgmental. To make a long story short I walked out of there with all my charges dropped. So if you are in need of proper representation I would highly recommend Scott Nolan.

Wayne A.

I had a great experience dealing with Scott. He definitely delivered as he said that he would. I highly recommend him as your next attorney.

Lamore R.

Was stopped twice in a single night for reckless driving. With Mr Nolan’s help, I was only charged on one count, given no jail time and a minimal fine. Thank you Mr Nolan!

Derek S.

Scott Nolan is a Great attorney. Despite my circumstances I had an excellent experience with him and my case ended up being dismissed. While performing my due diligence and looking for an attorney to represent me I came across a number Scott's videos on YouTube which were super informative and convinced me he was the right attorney for me. Scott is a great listener and explained how the process worked he kept me well informed and was very responsive whenever I had a question. I highly recommend Scott as he has all the qualities necessary when looking for a top notch honest attorney for representation.

D P.

Scott Nolan is truly diligent to his work. He always responded to me whenever I had questions about my case and he made sure to get me the best deal possible. I highly recommend getting Scott Nolan as your lawyer.

Walta B.

Given the condition of my job, it was of outmost importance for me to have my charges dropped. Mr. Scott Nolan was the man, the lawyer you definitely want to represent you. He worked out a deal, which was minimal, and got my charges dropped. Would give him a 10 star rating!

Juan M.

Mr. Scott Nolan has been nothing but helpful in a very complex case. I found Mr. Nolan after speaking to several attorneys who appeared to only care about money. upon our first conversation we went over the details of the case, and he was honest with me, but laid out all possibilities. It was evident he had many years of experience and was highly educated on the judicial system. at our first court appearance it was very obvious Mr. Nolan is a well known Attorney with a high reputation in the Northern Virginia area. Mr. Nolan worked for me and got things done on time without any reminder. I recommend Mr. Nolan to anybody who would rather not take a chance in court. I can rest easy at night knowing I have an extremely professional and competent attorney with my best interest in mind. Thank you Scott.

Brett C.

Scott was an incredible attorney that reviewed my case and gave a worst and best case scenario. He did an outstanding job for me in court and got me a very favorable outcome. I highly recommend Scott for your defense. I am very grateful I had Scott took my case . He delivered on incredible outcome and put me at ease during the process.

Ben H.

Mr. Nolan comes through when it matters. He recently assisted my family when our daughter received a citation for reckless driving. From the first conversation, he put our minds at ease and told us exactly what steps to take to mitigate the worst. The final outcome was much better than we had hoped. Thank you, Mr. Nolan!

Lawrence B.

Highly recommend Mr. Scott Nolan. He is very experienced and highly knowledgeable. He helped us through a difficult situation and was very professional. He was very patient and answered all our questions. Through his experience he helped our family come out of a very difficult situation. He is a great lawyer. Thank you Mr. Nolan for all your help.

PJ R.

Brother Scott Nolan helped me honestly a lot during my difficult situation. Words not enough to describe his great work skills. He is beyond. He solved my case I believe he did so because he genuinely cared. It was not for greed or anything of the sort. He spent his valuable time advising helping me, and without him, perhaps the outcome would have been much worse. In fact, everything worked out quite well. And he is very kind, understandable, phenomenal, wonderful, best lawyer in Entire Virginia. And going to court was a very stressful situation for me and he made me feel calm and that everything was going to be alright and it was!! I was very grateful to have him on my side. I highly recommend his services. He is the most best lawyer I have ever seen in my life. Thank you again and proud of you brother Scott Nolan. May God bless you and give you more success prosperity in life for solving my case🙏 🙏

Buzake C.

I cannot stress enough how professional and thorough Scott was …he definitely went the extra mile to ensure everything turned out the way we needed it to…if you need an absolute pit bull to fight for you I highly recommend Scott he will get you the results you deserve

Bethmari R.

Mr Nolan was great and represented my wife unbelievably. Not only did he talk the talk he walked the walked. Thank you very much sir !

Gari D.

Scott Nolan is a conduit of miracles! I am blown away by what he was able to do for my very complicated case. There ruly couldn't have been a better outcome. I would highly recommend him.

Carleigh S.

I want to personally thank you Mr. Scott Nolan. Your assistance and guidance during my litigation’s with my court proceedings went better than excellent. Everything was very smooth for me with your representation . I’m very grateful with how you represented me in court, and words cannot express my gratitude towards your hard work and due diligence to my case. I cannot thank you enough for our perfect outcome with your great and outstanding Law Experience.I would like to wish you all the continued winning success you deserve. Lastly, I will highly recommend anybody that needs your First Class Services. v/r, Nick

NICK T.

I strongly recommend, Mr.Scott Nolan. He’s a stellar attorney who’s very professional and knowledgeable. He answered all my questions and kept us informed through out the entire case. He made sure his client knew all the options and every possible outcome. He works hard to make sure his client leaves the court room satisfied with the outcome of the case to the best of his ability. It was a pleasure working with you Mr.Nolan best wishes!

Silvana M.

Scott is a very knowledgeable attorney that knows his stuff! He helped me out of a serious case with a great outcome. I highly recommend this attorney!!

Gareth E.

I had an excellent experience working with Scott Nolan. From the very beginning, he made the entire process much more comfortable and manageable. He was professional, knowledgeable, and always took the time to explain everything clearly, ensuring I felt informed and confident every step of the way. What I appreciated most was his dedication to achieving the best possible outcome for my case. His expertise and strategic approach truly made a difference. I highly recommend Scott Nolan to anyone in need of a reliable and compassionate attorney.

Selena J.

I received two reckless tickets within a month in VA and searched for a reasonable lawyer, and I found Scott in court. I went for my continuation at the court, where Scott walked out clean with his client with two red lights and DUI. I signed up with him right there, and he amicably resolved Both of my cases.

AS D.

Mr. Nolan is the best lawyer in Virginia. He'll get you the best result for your case. If you're on the fence on what lawyer to get, just hire Mr. Nolan you wont regret it.

Randy G.

Scott is an amazing lawyer and person in general. I had the opportunity to work with him this past year and am so grateful that I did! He was timely, thoughtful, considerate and extremely hardworking. I would highly recommend his services to anyone in need!

Just J.

This guy listens and explains the legal jargon in a way that is easy to understand. He will do what you want! Would use again(hopefully not) just a good choice for legal troubles.

Mike D.

Mr.Nolan is amazing and he will make sure to defend you and analyze every aspect in your case to further determine the best step forward! Angry officers tried to convict me for a crime with no evidence because I wouldn't cooperate and write a statement. Mr. Nolan was clearly able to identify the real truth behind this matter! ! He is the guy to go too!

Zachary J.

Scott was super! I called him based on other reviews and am so glad I did. He is a phenomenal listener and clearly describes the legal options. He has a very easy going manner and yet maintains a strong stance on positions in court. He is a large man with a commanding voice and a kind demeanor. He absolutely knows the law. He knows how to effectively negotiate with prosecutors and his intuition is perfect. I couldn’t be happier. The charges against my son were totally dropped!

Rebecca P.

Very efficient and speedy service. Scott did an amazing job with my case. Highly recommended!

Amanda0 T.

Mr Nolan was honest and very helpful and promised me he would do his best to represent. He was sent by GOD.5.0 for Mr Nolan

William M.

I am immensely grateful for Mr.Scott’s exceptional dedication and legal prowess. He was very patient and answered his thorough courtroom skills were evident throughout, ultimately securing a favorable outcome for my case. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of a skilled and reliable criminal attorney. Thank you for all your help.

Usman M.

Mr. Nolan did a great job with our case. He is really a good lawyer. Thanks a lot for all your help

Maicaren T.

Scott is fantastic! I cannot recommended him enough. He is knowledgeable and considerate. Best Attorney in the area!

Thomas J.

I'm glad I chose Mr. Nolan as my attorney. He was prompt returning calls/messages and answered any questions I had. I had a serious criminal charge in Fairfax county and he delivered a resolution for my case that was better than I expected. Don’t hesitate to hire Mr. Nolan.

Jase

Mr. Nolan represented me and my brother on our respective cases. I had 2 charges against me and I was rightly worried about my situation. However, after a nice long conversation with Mr. Nolan, most of my fears washed away and he gave me detailed instructions on what I should do moving forward towards the cases as well as how to move on after their resolution. He took the time to listen to every single concern I had and took detailed notes on everything I shared. His skills gave me confidence that I was going to win and even in the courtroom, I had no worries that he was doing a great job to help me. And in the end, he beat both of my cases and I am very happy with how it all worked out. Mr. Nolan is the best attorney I have ever had the pleasure of meeting and receiving services from. I highly recommend his services to all.

Jawid Z.

My truck slid off the side of the road and the brave Stafford police helped me by arresting me with a DUI. I contacted Scott Nolan and he actually helped me by looking out for me as a human being. My case could've been WAY worse, but Scott is incredibly knowledgeable in his field of work and saved me from a life crippling conviction (felony to misdemeanor). He's very real about your options, and I respect that. No BS, pure facts. It can be hard to hear the harsh truth (in my case), but life is hard. He knows that and truly wants to give you the best he can do. I learned a lot from him, but to spread the word to help the common folk, there's one piece of advice… 1. Don't talk to cops without contacting Scott Nolan.

Dustin D.

Mr. Scott Nolan is a great criminal defense attorney with an excellent reputation, an awesome lawyer with a mastery level knowledge of the law! Mr. Scott Nolan handled my niece’s case in the most professional manner. Extremely personable and works well with negotiating against other parties and litigating cases. I totally recommend Mr. Nolan and thank him and his team for helping my niece with her case. Mr. Scott is an excellent attorney.

Mohammad I.